A one or two-person gas powerhead for fence lines and footings up to 10 in. It suits buyers who want a long warranty and room to grow into bigger bits.
Amazon $350.81The Earthquake Dually 10310 is the better earth auger overall, rated 4.3 to 3.6. The Earthquake Dually 10310 leads on value. The Earthquake Dually 10310 costs $579.18 less ($350.81 vs $929.99).
A pro-grade one-person auger for buyers who drill many holes up to 12 in and want a brake for safety. It costs far more than budget models.
Stihl $929.99Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Earthquake Dually 10310 for value ($35.08 per inch of bit ($350.81, up to 10 in) vs $77.50 per inch of bit ($929.99, up to 12 in)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas earth auger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Earthquake Dually 10310 | Stihl BT 131 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $35.08 per inch of bit ($350.81, up to 10 in) | 59 $77.50 per inch of bit ($929.99, up to 12 in) |
| Torque 15% | 21 84.1 N·m of torque | 50 torque not published (neutral score used) |
| Reverse 15% | 50 reverse not stated (neutral score used) | 50 reverse not stated (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 87 24 lb | 93 22 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty for home use | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Earthquake Dually 10310 | Stihl BT 131 | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | 52 cc gas | 36.3 cc gas |
| Largest bit | 10 in | 12 in |
| Bit included | None | None |
| Torque | 84.1 N·m | - |
| Bit speed | - | 200 rpm |
| Build | ||
| Operators | 2 | 1 |
| Weight | 24 lb | 22 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |
